1993 Porsche 928
The 1993 Porsche 928 is a grand tourer that was produced from 1977 to 1995. It was available with a variety of engine and transmission options, including:
- Engine:
- 5.0L V8 (326 hp, 317 lb-ft)
- 5.4L V8 (345 hp, 369 lb-ft)
- Transmission:
- 4-speed automatic
- 5-speed manual
Engine
5.0L V8
- Valve Guide Seal Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Engine oil consumption increases, blue smoke from exhaust
- Solution: Replace valve guide seals
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Timing Belt Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Engine will not start or run, metal shavings in oil
- Solution: Replace timing belt and associated components
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500+
- Recalls: None Found
5.4L V8
- No Issues Found
Transmission
4-speed Automatic
- Slipping Transmission
- Description/Symptoms: Transmission engages gears poorly, loss of power while driving
- Solution: Rebuild or replace transmission
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,500 - $4,000+
- Recalls: None Found
5-speed Manual
- No Issues Found
Suspension
- Strut Tower Bearing Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Clunking noise when driving over bumps, decreased handling
- Solution: Replace strut tower bearings
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
- Recalls: None Found
Electrical
- Alternator Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Battery not charging, warning light on dashboard
- Solution: Replace alternator
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Wiring Harness Issues
- Description/Symptoms: Electrical components not functioning, intermittent electrical problems
- Solution: Inspect and repair wiring harness
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
- Recalls: None Found
Exterior
- Rust Around Wheel Wells
- Description/Symptoms: Rust spots or corrosion on wheel wells
- Solution: Repair or replace affected areas
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
- Recalls: None Found
Interior
- Power Window Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Power windows not working, window may fall into door
- Solution: Replace power window motor or switch
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
- Recalls: None Found
- Dashboard Pixel Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Digital pixels on the dashboard not displaying correctly
- Solution: Replace dashboard cluster
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
- Recalls: None Found
Summary
The 1993 Porsche 928 is a reliable and powerful grand tourer. However, it can suffer from some common issues, such as valve guide seal failure, timing belt failure, and electrical problems. The severity and cost of these issues vary, but they should be considered when purchasing or maintaining a 928.
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